Mombasa – At the annual prayers and thanksgiving ceremony for the disciplined forces held at the Holy Ghost Cathedral, regional leaders emphasized the critical role parents and guardians must play in curbing the increasing trend of juvenile crimes within the county. John Wambua, the Regional Senior Assistant Director of the Kenya Wildlife Services (KWS), highlighted the significance of parental guidance in molding the characters and moral compasses of their offspring.
According to Kenya News Agency, the broader community also shares the responsibility of steering young individuals towards positive development. He specifically pointed out the benefits of engaging children in religious and spiritual activities during lengthy school breaks to prevent them from veering into delinquency.
“We advocate for a whole-of-society approach in looking after the best interests of our children. As parents, we should be at the forefront to guide and teach them religious ways to keep them from criminal behaviour that can land them in trouble,” Wambua expressed during the event.
The ceremony, which witnessed participation from various units of the disciplined forces from Mombasa and Kwale County, served as a platform to underscore the importance of nurturing the physical, spiritual, and mental well-being of service members. Coordinator of the Disciplined Forces Chaplaincy, Father Peter Kimani, remarked on the necessity of ensuring officers are spiritually and mentally equipped to fulfill their duties effectively.
“Our officers deserve to be spiritually and mentally fulfilled to execute their roles and duties effectively. Such interactions go a long way in motivating them and giving them the zeal to serve their country with dedication,” Father Kimani stated.
The annual prayers and thanksgiving event is a tradition that honors and acknowledges the divine protection over the nation’s security forces, celebrating their commitment and sacrifices in safeguarding the country.